The original version of Aspercreme contains a compound called trolamine salicylate as its active ingredient. 2 Trolamine salicylate is a pain-relieving compound closely related to aspirin, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Aspercreme containing this active ingredient comes in a cream version only.

Stop using this medication and tell your doctor right away if any serious side effects occur, including: blistering/peeling/redness/irritation at the application site, nausea/vomiting, ringing in the ears. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

How does Aspercreme work for arthritis pain? The active ingredient in Aspercreme is trolamine salicylate, a medication related to aspirin. Trolamine salicylate works by stopping the production of enzymes (proteins) that cause pain and inflammation (swelling). Fewer of these enzymes means less pain and swelling.

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: asthma, aspirin-sensitive asthma (a history of worsening breathing with runny/stuffy nose after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs), liver disease, stomach/intestine problems (such as bleeding, ulcers), heart disease (such as ...

this product may take up to 7 days to work for arthritis pain; it is not for immediate relief. If no pain relief in 7 days, stop use.

swelling or redness; sudden dizziness or drowsiness after medicine is applied; confusion, problems with speech or vision, ringing in your ears; or. unusual sensations of temperature.

This product is used to help reduce itching and pain from certain skin conditions (such as scrapes, minor skin irritations, insect bites). It may also be used to help relieve nerve pain after shingles (infection with herpes zoster virus). Lidocaine belongs to a class of drugs known as local anesthetics.

The bottom line. Both Aspercreme and Voltaren gel can be effective choices to relieve arthritis pain in adults. These OTC topical medications may be a better alternative if you can't take oral pain relievers, like ibuprofen or naproxen.

Aspercreme Lidocaine numbing cream discreetly blocks pain so you can feel relief when you need it. It's also fragrance-free and is non-greasy.

In general, trolamine salicylate topical (the active ingredient contained in Aspercreme) has been safe to use. If applied over a large area, salicylate type side effects (e.g., tinnitus, nausea, and/or vomiting) could potentially occur.

Classic Aspercreme contains trolamine salicylate, a medication related to aspirin. Voltaren gel's active ingredient is diclofenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It helps lower inflammation (swelling) around the area where you apply it.